Ford Capri 1300 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Ford Capri 1300

Coupe · Gasoline

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Coupe · Diesel

Car A

Ford Capri 1300

With a very low purchase price and fuel use that’s efficient for its class, the Ford Capri 1300 suits budget-focused city driving. Four seats and a 480 L trunk add everyday practicality, though power is modest.

4 seatsCoupeGasoline

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d emphasizes low running costs and everyday ease, pairing 3.9 l/100km consumption with usable performance. It suits city driving and long-distance days alike, though outright cargo capacity and punch are modest.

5 seatsCoupeDiesel5-star safety3.9 L/100km116 hp

Why compared same body typesame ranking profilestrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 19 / 41

City 43 / 48

Budget / value 52 / 52

Road trip 29 / 42

Performance 35 / 34

Cargo 24 / 23

Practical 19 / 26

Premium 10 / 44

Winter 14 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Capri 1300 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Capri 1300 Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

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Pros & cons

Ford Capri 1300

Very low purchase price for accessible ownership
Efficient for its class at 9 L/100 km
Large 480 L trunk supports errands and weekend bags
0–100 km/h in 11 s is adequate for daily traffic
Only 68 hp; not for drivers seeking strong performance
Seats four, which may not suit families needing five
Not positioned as premium
Weak fit for winter driving

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Excellent fuel economy (3.9 l/100km) keeps running costs low
Balanced daily performance with 0–100 km/h in 8.2 s and 260 Nm
Good value in its segment at a price point around 35,000
Strong safety standing in its class per rankings
116 hp won’t satisfy drivers seeking quick acceleration
425-liter trunk limits cargo-heavy use
Diesel powertrain may not suit buyers avoiding diesel
Not the cheapest pick for strict-budget shoppers

Verdict

Pick Ford Capri 1300 if…

Lower entry price

Ford Capri 1300 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d puts out 116 hp vs 68 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Ford Capri 1300

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Verdict

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